Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Electrical & Automation Partner in Marion, IA
ESCO Group has been a leader in automation, electrical, and instrumentation services since 1964. Founded as a small residential electrical contractor, we have grown into a 100% employee-owned company with three core business units: ESCO Electric, ESCO Automation, and ESCO Power & Safety. Our expertise spans electrical construction, plant services, automation systems, and safety training, serving industries like food and beverage, agriculture, oilseed, and manufacturing. With over 55 years of experience, we prioritize long-term client relationships and deliver world-class results through innovative solutions. Our team of certified professionals combines deep technical knowledge with a commitment to safety and client satisfaction.As a recognized industry leader, we invest in employee development, community engagement, and cutting-edge technologies to maintain our competitive edge. Our track record includes landmark projects for Fortune 500 companies and critical infrastructure recovery efforts during natural disasters. We maintain rigorous quality standards through continuous process improvement and adherence to industry best practices. Our employee ownership model ensures accountability, fosters innovation, and aligns our team's success with client outcomes. This unique structure has enabled us to build lasting partnerships across diverse markets while maintaining operational excellence.
Services
Electrical Construction
Plant Services
Automation Systems
Safety Training
Enterprise Solutions
Arc Flash Analysis
IR Testing
Prefabrication
Electrical Engineering
Power Systems
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- We have 55+ years of experience in electrical and automation services
- Our employee-owned structure ensures accountability and client focus
- We serve Fortune 500 companies across multiple industries
- We maintain rigorous safety and quality standards
- Our team includes certified electrical and automation specialists
What people say
On time and on budget
Great partner
Proactive
Strong technical backgrounds
Comprehensive safety training
Services
Electrical Construction
Our electrical construction services deliver comprehensive solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. With 55+ years of experience, we handle complete electrical system design, installation, and maintenance for new construction and facility upgrades. Our team specializes in complex projects requiring precise coordination with other building systems.
Automation Systems
We design and implement advanced automation solutions for manufacturing and industrial operations. Our capabilities include PLC programming, SCADA system integration, and process optimization to improve efficiency and productivity across various production environments.
Safety Training
Our safety training programs cover OSHA compliance, NFPA 70E standards, and lockout-tagout procedures. We provide on-site instruction tailored to specific workplace hazards, helping clients maintain safe operations and regulatory compliance.
Enterprise Solutions
We connect manufacturing operations through data-driven enterprise solutions. Our experts implement systems that improve production visibility, streamline workflows, and enhance decision-making capabilities for modern industrial facilities.
Arc Flash Analysis
Our arc flash hazard analysis services identify electrical safety risks and provide mitigation strategies. We conduct comprehensive studies to protect personnel and equipment while ensuring compliance with industry safety standards.
People
Ray Brown
Chief Executive Officer
Ray Brown has served as CEO of ESCO Group since 2014. With over 25 years of leadership experience, he continues the company's tradition of servant leadership while driving innovation and growth in electrical and automation services.
Rachel Loveless
Chief Financial Officer
Rachel Loveless has been CFO of ESCO Group since 2016. She brings extensive financial management expertise to oversee the company's accounting operations and strategic financial planning initiatives.
Brad Hackett
President, ESCO Electric
Brad Hackett leads ESCO Electric with over 20 years of experience in electrical contracting. He oversees operations for one of the company's core business units, maintaining its position as a market leader.
Ryan Haskin
Regional Director of Automation
Ryan Haskin directs automation operations with 15+ years of experience in control systems. He leads implementation of complex automation solutions for industrial clients across multiple sectors.
Stacy McCuddin
Regional Director of Automation
Stacy McCuddin manages automation projects with a decade of experience in industrial control systems. She specializes in delivering customized automation solutions that improve operational efficiency for manufacturing clients.
Questions
What industries does ESCO Group serve?
We serve food and beverage, agricultural, oilseed, municipal, manufacturing, and commercial industries with tailored electrical and automation solutions.
Are you an employee-owned company?
Yes, ESCO Group became 100% employee-owned in 2021 through an ESOP, aligning our team's success with client satisfaction.
Do you offer safety training programs?
We provide comprehensive electrical safety training covering OSHA compliance, NFPA 70E standards, and lockout-tagout procedures for industrial workplaces.
What service areas do you cover?
We operate from offices in Iowa, Colorado, Missouri, Nebraska, and Minnesota, serving clients nationwide with local support.
Can you handle emergency electrical projects?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we've supported critical infrastructure recovery during natural disasters like the 2008 Cedar Rapids flood.
Do you provide automation system upgrades?
Yes, we specialize in modernizing legacy control systems, including PLC retrofits and SCADA system upgrades for improved operational efficiency.
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Loren Louise
Mar 23, 2017
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Thanks for the great tour today with the Marion STEM club! I tagged along as a "mom" and learned a lot - the kids were fascinated with the whole.
